Quinoa with Eggplant, Roasted Red Peppers and Feta Recipe

Name: Quinoa with Eggplant, Roasted Red Peppers and Feta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided; 1 cup Quinoa, Rinsed And Drained; 3 cloves Garlic, Diced, Divided; 1- 1/2 cup Chicken Or Vegetable Broth; 1/2 whole Onion, Diced; 3 whole Globe Eggplants, Quartered Lengthwise And Chopped 1/2 Inch Cubes; Salt And Pepper, to taste; 1 teaspoon Balsamic Vinegar; 1 whole Jalapeno, Seeded And Diced; 1/2 cups Roasted Red Pepper, Sliced; 1/2 cups Feta, Diced

Servings: persons

3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided
1 cup Quinoa, Rinsed And Drained
3 cloves Garlic, Diced, Divided
1- 1/2 cup Chicken Or Vegetable Broth
1/2 whole Onion, Diced
3 whole Globe Eggplants, Quartered Lengthwise And Chopped 1/2 Inch Cubes
Salt And Pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon Balsamic Vinegar
1 whole Jalapeno, Seeded And Diced
1/2 cups Roasted Red Pepper, Sliced
1/2 cups Feta, Diced

1
In a pot over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil.
2
Once oil is hot add quinoa and 1 clove diced garlic.
3
Cook, stirring occasionally, for a few minutes until the quinoa is just slightly brown.
4
Add broth, turn heat to high until it comes to a boil then reduce heat and simmer, covered for 15-20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
5
In a pan heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat.
6
Add diced onion and cook for a few minutes until onion softens, then add eggplant.
7
Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and salt and pepper.
8
Continue to cook, stirring occasionally for 10-15 minutes.
9
Add remaining 2 cloves chopped garlic, balsamic vinegar and the jalapeno.
10
Cook for a few minutes, then remove from heat.
11
Serve over quinoa with roasted red peppers and feta (omit for vegan version).

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided, 1 cup Quinoa, Rinsed And Drained, 3 cloves Garlic, Diced, Divided, 1- 1/2 cup Chicken Or Vegetable Broth, and more.

Yes, Quinoa with Eggplant, Roasted Red Peppers and Feta falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quinoa with Eggplant, Roasted Red Peppers and Feta

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